Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research

Margaret Thwala-Tembe

Publications

• Research Article
  Are Adolescents and Youth Programs Missing The Real Targets? Analysis of Socio-Cultural Factors Influencing Use of Sexual Reproductive Health Services by Young People in Swaziland
  Author(s): Bongani Robert Dlamini, Phumzile Mabuza, Margaret Thwala-Tembe, Zandile Masangane, Phumzile Dlamini and Edwin SimelaneBongani Robert Dlamini, Phumzile Mabuza, Margaret Thwala-Tembe, Zandile Masangane, Phumzile Dlamini and Edwin Simelane
  
  Background: Access to reproductive health services by youth has received minimal attention given that Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) service provision for many years has been tailored to meet the needs of the adult population. The youth have therefore been neglected partly due to cultural sensitivity that dictates what, when and how SRH information and services should be transmitted to them. The current study therefore sought to unveil and explore sociocultural factors influencing youth utilization of SRH services provided in health facilities. Methods: A mixed method approach was used to gain a comprehensive view of factors influencing utilization of adolescent sexual reproductive health (ASRH) services. Data were collected quantitatively by using semi-structured questionnaires and qualitatively through individual in-depth interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FDGs) among a tota.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-6113.1000684

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